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Picture courtesy of Matichon. A late-night shooting in Krabi has left an 18-year-old woman and her one-year-old son injured after five armed youths allegedly targeted a rival in a residential area, with the mother and child caught in the crossfire. The incident occurred late on 20 April in Moo 1, Krabi Noi Subdistrict, Mueang District. Officers from Krabi Provincial Police Station, led by Police Lieutenant Khunsawai Khunno, along with investigators from Region 8 and local administrative officials, responded to the scene, a single-storey concrete home, which was quickly cordoned off for investigation. Inside, police discovered blood stains trailing through the house, particularly near the kitchen door, where furniture and personal items had been left in disarray. The injured victims were later identified as Miss Sumontha, 18, of Moo 7, Thap Prik Subdistrict, and her one-year-old son. Initial investigations suggest the attackers used a locally made firearm. Sumontha sustained an injury to her left hand, while the child suffered three wounds, one to the chest and two to the arm. Both were swiftly transported to Krabi Hospital by local rescue services and are reportedly in stable condition. CCTV footage from a nearby property captured the attack. It shows two motorcycles, entering the alleyway around the time of the incident, each carrying multiple teenage youths. One of the bikes is seen leaving shortly before a gunshot is heard, followed by the second motorcycle speeding away moments later. Police have questioned several witnesses, including Mr Saksit 23, who was present at the scene. He recounted that he had arranged to meet a friend, Phuwanat, also 23 and the homeowner’s son, for a chicken barbecue. A group of nine friends had gathered at the back of the house along with the young child. Mr Saksit noticed two motorbikes passing by, one carrying two people, the other three. They doubled back and stopped outside the house, engines still running. Sensing danger, he urged Sumontha, who was carrying her child, to go inside. As she stood up, one of the five assailants opened fire, injuring both the mother and child before fleeing the scene. Mr Somsak, 42, the father of the injured woman, told police he was watching TV inside the house when he heard the gunshot and learned of the injuries moments later. Police suspect the attack was a revenge shooting between rival groups. Investigations are ongoing, and officers are continuing to gather evidence and pursue suspects involved. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Matichon. -- 2025-04-22

UPDATE Army Sergeant Detained for Interrogation After Fatally Shooting Wife in Ratchaburi Picture courtesy of Matichon. A army sergeant has been taken into custody for questioning on 21 April, following the fatal shooting of his wife in their bedroom late on the night of 20 April in Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358241-army-sergeant-guns-down-wife-in-jealous-rage-in-front-of-child-in-ratchaburi/#findComment-19748136

UPDATE Army Sergeant Detained for Interrogation After Fatally Shooting Wife in Ratchaburi Picture courtesy of Matichon. A army sergeant has been taken into custody for questioning on 21 April, following the fatal shooting of his wife in their bedroom late on the night of 20 April in Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province. The suspect, identified as Sergeant Major First Class Taweesak, a soldier stationed at a military base in Ratchaburi, allegedly used a firearm to shoot and kill his 28-year-old wife, Ms Natthaya, inside their home in the subdistrict of Chet Samian. Following the incident, the suspect fled the scene but later surrendered himself to authorities. On 21 April, investigators at Photharam Police Station, accompanied by officers from the Judge Advocate General’s Department (military legal division), brought Sgt Maj Taweesak to the station’s second-floor interrogation room for questioning. According to preliminary reports, jealousy may have been the motive for the crime. While friends and acquaintances described Sgt Maj Taweesak as normally mild-mannered, it is believed that he may have acted out of sudden rage. Due to his status as a military officer, legal proceedings are expected to be handled by a military court. However, if the offence is found to have been committed in conjunction with a civilian matter, jurisdiction could be transferred to the Ratchaburi Provincial Court. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities prepare to seek detention orders from the military court. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Matichon. -- 2025-04-22

Mentally Ill Man Sets Family Home Ablaze in Protest at Mother’s Drinking Habits Picture courtesy of CH7. A two-storey wooden house in Maha Sarakham province was reduced to charred remains after a 26-year-old man suffering from psychiatric illness deliberately set it on fire in a fit of rage and frustration at his mother’s behaviour. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358417-mentally-ill-man-sets-family-home-ablaze-in-protest-at-mother’s-drinking-habits/

Picture courtesy of CH7. A two-storey wooden house in Maha Sarakham province was reduced to charred remains after a 26-year-old man suffering from psychiatric illness deliberately set it on fire in a fit of rage and frustration at his mother’s behaviour. The incident occurred around midday on 21 April, in Moo 5, Bo Yai Subdistrict, Borabue District. Firefighters from the local subdistrict administrative organisation (SAO), alongside neighbouring units, rushed to the scene following emergency reports of a house fire. Despite villagers’ efforts to contain the blaze using buckets of water, the fire quickly consumed the house due to its wooden structure. Fire crews took approximately 45 minutes to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, nearby homes remained untouched. The house was left with nothing but 12 charred support beams standing. According to relatives, the suspect, Mr. Chawanthorn, had long struggled with mental illness and was frequently in conflict with his mother, who often left home to drink. Family members revealed that he had previously threatened to burn down the house on multiple occasions. That morning, after another dispute and feeling slighted by his mother’s absence, he reportedly acted on those threats. Witnesses said the man simply walked away from the scene after starting the fire. He was later apprehended by police at Ban Ploy School nearby. He is now in custody and undergoing drug testing. Authorities are preparing to formally charge him. The suspect’s mother, speaking while visibly distressed and intoxicated, said she never imagined her son would go through with his threats. “I cooked rice and washed the dishes for him before I went out. I didn’t think he would burn the house down,” she said. Mr. Jumpee Kaewkang, the assistant village head, confirmed that the suspect had a history of drug use dating back to his teenage years and had previously been treated at Khon Kaen Psychiatric Hospital. He had also violently attacked his parents in the past. Despite being detained by police on prior occasions, he was often released due to his mental health condition. Adapted by ASEAN Now from CH7. -- 2025-04-22

Panic at Fish Pond in Ratchaburi as Mortar Discovered During Water Draining Picture courtesy of Matichon. What began as a routine day of fish farming turned into a scene of panic after a suspected bomb was discovered at a fish pond in Bang Phae District, Ratchaburion, on the evening of 20 April. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358416-panic-at-fish-pond-in-ratchaburi-as-mortar-discovered-during-water-draining/

Picture courtesy of Matichon. What began as a routine day of fish farming turned into a scene of panic after a suspected bomb was discovered at a fish pond in Bang Phae District, Ratchaburion, on the evening of 20 April. At around 18:30, Mr Pramote Unkasem, village headman of Moo 6, Pho Hak Subdistrict, alerted local police after being informed of a suspicious object found in a fish pond. The object was discovered at a gourami fish pond in Moo 6, where workers had been draining water to catch fish for sale. Upon inspection, authorities found an object resembling a large, unexploded ordnance, approximately 37 centimetres in length, shaped like a traditional mortar shell. The item appeared to be in new condition, showing no signs of previous detonation. Officers immediately cordoned off the area and placed a rubber tyre over the device to minimise the risk of accidental explosion while waiting for the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team to arrive and safely remove it. The pond’s owner, 68-year-old Mr Wallop Chaiwatana, explained that he had leased the six-rai pond two years ago to farm gourami fish. Earlier that day, he had instructed his workers to pump out water to begin harvesting the fish. It was during this process that one of the workers noticed a strange object and placed it by the roadside near the pond. “At first, I thought it was just a piece of motorbike exhaust,” said Mr Wallop. “But my nephew insisted it looked suspicious and called the authorities. Turns out it was a bomb.” It is believed that the device had been buried near the pond’s edge, possibly during land reclamation by a previous owner. Over time, soil erosion caused the device to slip into the pond, where it remained hidden until the water was drained. The incident sparked fear among workers and prospective fish buyers, with many now hesitant to approach the pond, unsure whether more explosives may lie beneath the surface. As a precaution, Mr Wallop has ordered the pond to be refilled with water to prevent the fish from dying while authorities conduct further investigations. Officials are now working to determine whether additional ordnance remains in the area, with safety checks expected to continue in the coming days. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Matichon. -- 2025-04-22

Myanmar ignores Thai warning, drops bombs near Kanchanaburi border Picture courtesy of Khoasod. Myanmar ignores Thai warning, drops bombs near Kanchanaburi border, mobilises troops to clash with KNLA Karen forces, Thai soldiers deploy forces to secure border. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358415-myanmar-ignores-thai-warning-drops-bombs-near-kanchanaburi-border/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. Myanmar ignores Thai warning, drops bombs near Kanchanaburi border, mobilises troops to clash with KNLA Karen forces, Thai soldiers deploy forces to secure border At 12:00 noon on April 21, 2025, Myanmar soldiers flew Y-12 aircraft to drop bombs in the Tiki village area, Myanmar. Located next to the permanent border checkpoint of Ban Pu Nam Ron, Village 12, Tambon Ban Kao, Amphoe Mueang, Kanchanaburi Province Initially, about 10 bombs were heard. In addition, 3 Mi-17 aircraft transporting soldiers landed at the Tiki base, with about 60 soldiers, to prepare for a major clash with the Karen forces of the 4th Infantry Division, Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA). On April 20, the Thai authorities, through the 29th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, negotiated that there would be absolutely no clashes or bombing in areas adjacent to the Thai border. However, in the end, the Myanmar military continued to drop bombs. While the villagers of Ban Pu Nam Ron, Village 12, Tambon Ban Kao, whose houses are located next to the border, saw a Mi-17 transport aircraft crossing the airspace into Thailand, so they recorded a video clip. Currently, the 9th Infantry Division is transporting anti-aircraft artillery or anti-aircraft guns towards the border to maintain airspace. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod. -- 2025-04-22

Teen Girl, 17, Shot Dead After Exchange of Looks at Thai BBQ Restaurant Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 17-year-old girl was fatally shot in the forehead following a brief and seemingly innocuous exchange of glances at a BBQ restaurant in Pathum Thani. Police have confirmed they have identified the suspect and are intensifying efforts to apprehend him. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358414-teen-girl-17-shot-dead-after-exchange-of-looks-at-thai-bbq-restaurant/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 17-year-old girl was fatally shot in the forehead following a brief and seemingly innocuous exchange of glances at a BBQ restaurant in Pathum Thani. Police have confirmed they have identified the suspect and are intensifying efforts to apprehend him. The shooting occurred around 20:45 on 20 April in the Lam Luk Ka district. According to police reports, the victim, referred to as “Ae”, had gone to a mookata (Thai BBQ) restaurant in the Nana Charoen Market area with her boyfriend and three friends. While dining, the group encountered a young man, approximately 20 years old, tall and thin, with shoulder-length hair and tattoos on both legs. Witnesses say he repeatedly stared at the group but no verbal altercation occurred inside the restaurant. Sensing tension, the group quickly paid their bill and left on motorcycles. As they left the premises, the suspect allegedly followed them on a motorbike. When they reached a bend in the road near the Lam Sam Kaew subdistrict municipal office, the man opened fire, reportedly discharging three to four shots. One bullet struck Ae directly in the forehead, causing her to fall from the motorcycle. A short time later, the suspect returned to the scene to survey the aftermath before fleeing toward the restaurant once more. A local resident, Mr. Chatree Sae-yin, 52, who heard what he initially thought was a motorbike crash, described the harrowing scene. “When I got there, I saw the girl lying motionless on the ground. Her friends circled back, and I learned she had been shot in the forehead. I immediately called the police,” he said. A passing motorist helped transport the victim to hospital, but she later succumbed to her injuries. The victim’s mother, Ms. Jutarat Sumaporn, 36, said she was devastated by the loss. “My daughter went out with her boyfriend and friends to eat. Apparently, there was a group of teens staring at them. Her boyfriend felt something was off, so they left. I was told that the gunman followed them and shot her as she turned to look.” Police Colonel Kantapon Wanna, Superintendent of Khu Khot Police Station, confirmed that investigators have identified the gunman. CCTV footage is being reviewed from the restaurant, the shooting location, and along escape routes to determine if any accomplices were involved. The victim’s body has been transferred to Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital’s forensic institute for post-mortem examination. Police have vowed to bring the perpetrator to justice swiftly. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod. -- 2025-04-22

Charcoal Kiln Explosion Kills Cattle, Injures 71-Year-Old Farmer Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 71-year-old man in Buriram narrowly escaped with his life after a charcoal kiln exploded in the early hours of the morning of 21 April, sparking a fast-moving blaze that engulfed a cattle pen and killed two cows and an unborn calf. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358413-charcoal-kiln-explosion-kills-cattle-injures-71-year-old-farmer/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 71-year-old man in Buriram narrowly escaped with his life after a charcoal kiln exploded in the early hours of the morning of 21 April, sparking a fast-moving blaze that engulfed a cattle pen and killed two cows and an unborn calf. The incident occurred in Moo 3 village, Isan Khet subdistrict, Chalerm Phra Kiat district. Mr. Samphao, the elderly farmer who was still visibly shaken by the event, said he had been making charcoal for over 40 years but had never experienced anything like this. At around 01:30, Mr. Samphao was awoken by what sounded like an explosion outside his house. On inspection, he discovered flames shooting from the charcoal kiln. The fire quickly reached a nearby pile of over 400 hay bales, which then spread rapidly to the cattle pen. Acting on instinct, Mr. Samphao rushed to save the animals. The pen was divided into two sections, one of which housed a heavily pregnant cow and another. Despite his efforts, he was unable to reach that section due to the intense heat and flames, sustaining burns to his back, shoulders, and legs in the process. He did, however, manage to free three other cows from the adjacent pen. The two cows and the unborn calf in the second pen were burned alive. In addition to the loss of livestock, the fire destroyed valuable farming equipment, including a walking tractor and two chainsaws. What baffled Mr. Samphao most was how the kiln could have exploded. He had stopped using it 15 days earlier, regularly dousing it with water, and the area had seen heavy rainfall three times since then. Despite all precautions, the fire still erupted, something he had never encountered in his decades of charcoal production. His daughter, Ms. Saijai, 40, said she rushed to the scene from another house when she realised her father was in danger. She recounted how much her father loved the cattle, and how fortunate it was that he escaped the flames. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod. -- 2025-04-22

Drowning: 14-Year-Old Boy Dies in Wang River Despite Friends’ Brave Rescue Attempt Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 14-year-old boy drowned in the Wang River in Lampang Province after a group of friends attempted to rescue him, only to be pulled under themselves due to the victim’s larger build. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358410-drowning-14-year-old-boy-dies-in-wang-river-despite-friends’-brave-rescue-attempt/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 14-year-old boy drowned in the Wang River in Lampang Province after a group of friends attempted to rescue him, only to be pulled under themselves due to the victim’s larger build. The incident occurred around 14:30 on April 20th. Pol. Sub-Lt. Warathep Srinoy, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at Thoen Police Station, received a report of a drowning near a water pumping station in Ban Wiang, Moo 2, Lom Raet Subdistrict, Thoen District. Rescue units from Lampang Rescue Association, Oombun Rescue, and Lom Raet Municipality Rescue Team were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers found a group of distraught 14-year-old boys, visibly shaken. The group had reportedly gone to the Wang River to catch fish. They split up, searching nearby spots. The victim, who could not swim, ventured toward the middle of the river. When he began to struggle and submerge, his friends tried to help but were pulled under by his weight. Fearing for their own safety, they were forced to let go. Rescue divers searched the river and later recovered the boy’s body, which was found face down at the riverbed. The body was brought ashore where police coordinated with medical staff for an initial examination before transferring the deceased to hospital. Investigations are continuing and the boy’s body has been released to his family for religious rites and funeral services. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod. -- 2025-04-22

Teenager Turns Himself In After Fatally Stabbing Man in Phuket Pictures courtesy of Khaosod. A 19-year-old man has turned himself in to police after fatally stabbing a 59-year-old man in the town of Rassada, Phuket. The victim, identified as Mr. Jatuchok, was reportedly known in the local community for drunken behaviour and confrontational outbursts. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358408-teenager-turns-himself-in-after-fatally-stabbing-man-in-phuket/

Pictures courtesy of Khaosod. A 19-year-old man has turned himself in to police after fatally stabbing a 59-year-old man in the town of Rassada, Phuket. The victim, identified as Mr. Jatuchok, was reportedly known in the local community for drunken behaviour and confrontational outbursts. The incident occurred at approximately 13:30 on 20 April near a local grocery shop in Soi Honsaithong, Village 3, Rassada Subdistrict. Emergency medical services responded swiftly and transported the injured man to hospital. He had sustained a critical stab wound below his right ribcage and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Investigators from Phuket City Police immediately launched a manhunt and began reviewing CCTV footage. Later that evening, officers seized a white and red Honda Scoopy motorbike registered in Phuket, linked to the suspect. The alleged attacker, identified only as “Mos” , later contacted authorities and voluntarily surrendered. Police Colonel Chatree Chukaew, Superintendent of Phuket City Police Station, along with Deputy Superintendent Police Lieutenant Colonel Atthawut Suwanrat and Investigating Officer Police Captain Kant Aksonthong, accepted the suspect’s surrender in Soi 7, Honsaithong, and took him into custody. The suspect’s 20-year-old sister, known only as “Ann”, gave a tearful account of the events leading to the tragedy. She explained that the deceased frequently harassed her while intoxicated, often shouting abuse and wielding metal rods. On the day of the incident, she was preparing to close her sweet drinks shop when the victim approached, shouting aggressively and appearing to brandish a weapon. “I was terrified,” she said. “He kept shouting and making loud noises with two metal rods, scraping them together. I was so scared I hid on the ground behind the counter and started crying.” CCTV of the attack. Ann said she called her brother in a panic, asking him to come and help. By the time he arrived, the victim had apparently moved away, but sometime later the pair encountered each other on the street. During a verbal altercation, Mos stabbed Mr. Jatuchok once in the chest. She insisted that her brother acted out of fear and anger, concerned for her safety. “He was upset because he thought I was being threatened. He lost control. He didn’t mean for this to happen,” she said. She tearfully apologised to the victim’s family, pleading for understanding from the public. “My brother loves me very much. He wasn’t thinking straight. I’m so sorry.” Police have charged Mos with assault leading to death. The investigation is ongoing. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod. -- 2025-04-22

No mention in reports, have been made of the fuel system in use, but from the scene pictures the fire started and was most concentrated at front of the bus. The casualties that burnt in the fire, were also located at the front of the bus, at both levels. The investigation will be able to determine if the fuel system played any role in the ignition or fire development.

UPDATE Transport Ministry Orders Investigation Into Fatal Bus Crash in Prachinburi Pictures courtesy of Matichon. The Ministry of Transport has ordered an urgent investigation into a tragic bus accident that occurred in the early hours of April 21st near the Pu Thon Shrine on Highway 304, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358317-seven-dead-as-runaway-bus-slams-into-trucks-and-bursts-into-flames/#findComment-19746620

UPDATE Transport Ministry Orders Investigation Into Fatal Bus Crash in Prachinburi Pictures courtesy of Matichon. The Ministry of Transport has ordered an urgent investigation into a tragic bus accident that occurred in the early hours of April 21st near the Pu Thon Shrine on Highway 304, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Deputy Transport Minister Surapong Piyachote confirmed that the incident took place at 01:17 near kilometre marker 208+600, at the Kabin Buri–Wang Nam Khiao junction in Buphrahm Subdistrict, Na Di District, Prachinburi Province. A passenger bus caught fire after a collision with some trucks. “I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and my sincere hopes for a swift recovery to those injured,” Mr Surapong said. The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has been instructed to urgently investigate the exact cause of the crash and provide immediate assistance to the victims. Authorities are also coordinating with police investigators to follow up closely on the legal proceedings. The bus operator involved has been summoned to explain the circumstances surrounding the incident. Should any breaches of the Land Transport Act be uncovered, legal action will be taken accordingly. According to the DLT’s initial report, the bus was travelling from Nong Khai Province and collided with the truck at kilometre marker 210+500. The vehicle involved was a registered public transport bus, with tax validity through to 31 December 2025. The operator, 407 Pattana Co., Ltd., holds a transport licence valid until 20 July 2031. The 7 dead were 5 males and 2 females, including the driver, the relief driver and bus boy/assistant. Witnesses in other vehicles have reported that the bus was seen zig zagging, in what appeared to be an attempt to slow the bus and avoid other vehicles. Deputy Minister Surapong has directed the DLT to deploy an accident investigation team to the scene and work in coordination with relevant agencies to provide aid and compensation to those affected without delay. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Matichon. -- 2025-04-21

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Staff Shuttle Bus Destroyed by Fire Near Ayutthaya Temple In the early morning of of 21 April, a staff shuttle bus was completely destroyed by fire on the outbound side of Rojana Road, near the entrance arch of Wat Khan Ham in Khan Ham Subdistrict, Uthai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358328-staff-shuttle-bus-destroyed-by-fire-near-ayutthaya-temple/

Pictures from responders In the early morning of of 21 April, a staff shuttle bus was completely destroyed by fire on the outbound side of Rojana Road, near the entrance arch of Wat Khan Ham in Khan Ham Subdistrict, Uthai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. The incident occurred at approximately 05:30. Police officers from Uthai Police Station received an emergency call and promptly coordinated with local firefighters from Khan Ham Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, along with rescue personnel from the Phuttha Sawan Foundation. Upon arrival, emergency responders were met with flames engulfing a white shuttle bus, bearing yellow licence plate from Lopburi. The fire was spreading rapidly and posed a risk to nearby shops. Firefighters deployed water hose-lines to battle the blaze and prevent it from spreading. A loud explosion was also reported during the incident. It took more than 45 minutes to bring the flames under control, by which time the bus had been completely gutted, leaving only smoke and smouldering wreckage. According to the 43-year-old driver, Mr. Kittima, he had parked the bus with the engine running while he went to use the restroom. He estimated he was away from the vehicle for less than five minutes. Upon returning, he saw flames already emerging from the front of the bus. Fortunately, there were no passengers on board at the time. In addition to the bus, a motorcycle parked nearby and signage belonging to an adjacent shop sustained damage from the heat. There were no reported injuries or fatalities. Investigators are currently working to determine the cause of the fire. Forensic officers have been called in to examine the vehicle and assist with any legal proceedings. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Matichon. -- 2025-04-21

Seven Dead as Runaway Bus Slams into Trucks and Bursts into Flames At least seven people have died and 39 others were injured after a passenger bus suffered brake failure and ploughed into three trucks before catching fire in a horrific early morning crash. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358317-seven-dead-as-runaway-bus-slams-into-trucks-and-bursts-into-flames/